"Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars." – Khalil Gibran

A.S. Face 1810: Steve Bazydola

I was diagnosed with AS when I was 38. Had felt symptoms for nearly 15 years prior to my diagnosis. Was told repeatedly I had a bad back. Saw a sports doc in my late 20’s who told me that sometimes you have to work through the pain.

I am now 53 been on TNF blockers for nearly 14 years. The medication has changed my life for the better. I’m fortunate to have the benefits of the meds without side effects.

I’ve recently been introduced to the great benefit of stretching. This has improved my posture and energy level.